• The historic town centre of Oudewater, in the Green Heart region: visitors stroll across the bridge past characteristic canal-side houses and listed façades, with views of the church tower and the charming town centre.

Oudewater - history, canals and crafts

Oudewater is the oldest town in the Green Heart (city rights since 1265) and you can feel it everywhere. Narrow streets, colourful façades from the 17th and 18th centuries and an atmosphere that immediately embraces. Here, craftsmanship and conviviality come together: get weighed on the original scales from 1482 in the Heksenwaag, dive into the Rope Museum, sail on the canals, climb the Stadstoren or take a guided walk past stories that come to life. Natural, historical and colourful - you will experience the magic of Oudewater step by step.

Highlights - from Oudewater

Discover the highlights of Oudewater and be surprised by medieval history and special crafts. Visit the Heksenwaag, the Touwmuseum and the Stadsmuseum, and stroll along the Hollandse IJssel. The combination of heritage and charm makes Oudewater unique in the province of Utrecht.

The best walking and cycling routes - in Oudewater

Explore Oudewater and its surroundings via beautiful walking and cycling routes along the Hollandse IJssel and through the Green Heart. Discover historic streets, green polders and characteristic dykes. The routes around Oudewater combine culture, nature and typical Dutch countryside in the province of Utrecht.

The best events - in Oudewater

Oudewater hosts cultural and local events throughout the year. From exhibitions at the Rope Museum to concerts and culinary city walks. View the current agenda and combine history and cosiness in this atmospheric city in the province of Utrecht.

The best places to stay - in Oudewater

Spending the night in Oudewater means sleeping in historic surroundings on the Hollandse IJssel river. Choose a hotel in the city centre or a rural B&B in the Green Heart. Ideal for a romantic weekend away or a cultural city trip in Utrecht province.

Utrecht region

Bustling cities and peaceful nature alternate in Utrecht Region. Combine the best of both worlds and discover what the region has to offer.

Vechtstreek

Everything in the Vechtstreek revolves around the most beautiful river in the Netherlands. From the water, you will experience the region in a completely different way!

More about Vechtstreek

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